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As we approach the end of another successful year, the Stittsville Business Association is pleased to announce an updated membership pricing structure. Reflecting on our tremendous growth and the invaluable feedback received from our members, the SBA’s executive board has carefully designed this new pricing to better accommodate the diverse business needs in our community. In just the past six months, our membership has grown by nearly 30%, an accomplishment […]

The holiday season is just around the corner, and here at the Stittsville Business Association, we’re beyond thrilled to bring our community an exciting lineup of festive events and initiatives! This season, we’re not only celebrating the spirit of giving and community but also encouraging everyone to support local businesses, making Stittsville the place to be this holiday. Here’s a look at what we have planned: 🍻 Who will be […]

The Stittsville Spree is an initiative hosted by the Stittsville Business Association from November 15th to December 31st, 2024. Modelled after the Glebe Spree, this event encourages shoppers to support local businesses during the holiday season by offering exciting incentives. How It Works Shopping Incentive: Shoppers who spend $100 at participating Stittsville Business Association member businesses can enter a draw for a $1,000 cash prize.  Entry Process: Once shoppers have […]

Stittsville Business Association Receives Community Votes Awards We are honoured to announce that the Stittsville Business Association has been voted as the top community organization in the city! In addition, we have been recognized as one of the top non-profit organizations in the city. This is a tremendous honor and a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our members, volunteers, and supporters. Our mission has always been […]

We are thrilled to share the incredible success of our recent After 5 Exchange held at the vibrant Brew Revolution. A huge thank you to Capital Services for sponsoring this special launch event! As the first in a series of monthly networking events hosted by the Stittsville Business Association, this evening brought together an inspiring group of professionals, fostering connections and collaboration within our community. The atmosphere was electric, with […]

We are thrilled to share that our local newspaper, Community Voice, recently featured a comprehensive article highlighting the ongoing efforts and upcoming campaigns of the Stittsville Business Association. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our members, volunteers, and executive board who work to support and uplift local businesses in our community. In the article, the newspaper delves into some of our most impactful initiatives, […]

The Stittsville Business Association Annual General Meeting was held on Tuesday March 19, 2024 at Napoli’s Café and was kindly sponsored by Tailored Home Improvements.  The annual general meeting is a yearly gathering of the association members where leaders present an annual report including a summary of the work that has been accomplished, presentation of financial statements, and strategies and plans for the future. This year’s event was organized by […]

Abbie Sizer McIntosh is an experienced banker with a notable background in community engagement and volunteerism. With a passion for fostering connections and supporting local initiatives, Abbie has dedicated significant time to various organizations, including the Women’s Business Network, the Stittsville Business Association, Stittsville Cooperative Nursery School, as well as various other community and academic volunteer pursuits. From 2017 to 2020, she served as a Director of BMO’s LGBTQ Employee […]

In our ongoing commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of our vibrant community, the Stittsville Business Association (SBA) recently conducted a membership survey. We are thrilled to share the insights gained from the responses of our dedicated members. This feedback is invaluable in shaping the direction of our association and enhancing the experience for all. Demographics: Business Owners: 89% Professionals: 11% Motivations for Joining SBA: 77% to be a […]

SBA: Andrew, thank you for agreeing to chat with us. We are excited to feature this interview with you as the second in our series of conversations with Stittsville Business Association members. To kick us off, can you start by telling us about yourself and how you got your start in wealth management? AT: After I graduated from Carleton University in 2015, I had a keen interest in becoming an […]

SBA: Andrea, thank you for joining us for our first interview in a series of conversations with Stittsville Business Association members. Tell us about your business. AG: My business is an internal communications agency. We partner with communication teams at large organizations to help improve communication with their employees. Open, honest and meaningful communication play an important role in building trust, strengthening culture, and helping people find meaning and purpose […]

In the past few days, our community has lost a person of great integrity, humility, compassion, and dedication. A person who was always there to answer the bell for any community event, fundraiser, social gathering or local business function. Someone who truly cared about this community, its residents, and the well-being of those who lived and worked in Stittsville and Goulbourn as a whole. The passing of John Curry this […]

A New Year’s Welcome from StittsvilleBA President, Andrea Greenhous. I am thrilled to be acting President of the Stittsville Business Association until our Annual General Meeting in late January, when I hope to be formally elected. Two years ago, I was asked by one of the founding members of the Stittsville Business Association to act as Vice-President. I knew that this was a great opportunity to get involved in my […]

Written by: Olivia Bolt Over the past year, we’ve all suffered due to COVID-19; Including Ontario’s restaurants and restaurant owners. What we don’t fully realize is the magnitude of the pandemic’s impact on our local eateries. Ontario’s restaurant industry has had a drastic drop in annual sales and employment due to the effects of COVID-19. With added costs and service restrictions, local restaurants are having to spend more than they […]